Certificate III in Dental Assisting
How Much Will It Cost?
Course Rundown
The Certificate III in Dental Assisting prepares you to assist with oral health care procedures, assist in dental radiography and comply with infection control policies and procedures. This nationally recognised dental assisting qualification allows you to build on your existing communication skills and equips you with the skills required to assist with administration processes in dental practices.
Once you’ve obtained Certificate III in Dental Assisting, you will be qualified to work as a Dental Assistant for a variety of dental professionals, including a Dentist, Dental Hygienist or Dental Therapist. As a Dental Assistant, your key focus is to ensure patients are comfortable and experience a high level of care, whether that’s at the front of house or whilst undergoing treatment.
Students will complete a variety of assessments designed to test both theoretical knowledge and practical application. These may include quizzes, written assignments, case studies, short-answer questions, and supervised workplace observation tasks, along with a logbook to record practical hours.
Work Placement
This course also requires a minimum of 350 hours of work placement in a dental clinic and a suitable supervisor able to sign off on the practical demonstration elements.
Please note: This is a fee-for-service program, it is not government funded.
Eligibility
There are no formal entry requirements mandated by the training package. However, to achieve this qualification, students must complete at least 350 hours of dental assisting work as outlined below.
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Work Placement:
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Minimum of 300 hours must be completed in a real dental clinic workplace.
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Up to 50 hours may be completed in a simulated dental clinic environment.
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Students must have access to a dental practice and a qualified supervisor.
- Your placement provider must have the necessary equipment, resources and/or documentation.
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Workplace Supervisor Requirements:
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Supervision must be provided by a Dental Practitioner registered with AHPRA, who will also be responsible for completing relevant assessment paperwork.
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Optionally, students may also nominate a second supervisor with a minimum of a Certificate III in Dental Assisting for certain units (not mandatory).
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Residency Status:
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Must be a permanent Australian resident (or equivalent), or have the right to study in Australia other than on a student visa.
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External Course Requirement:
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HLTAID011 – Provide First Aid must be completed separately with an external provider.
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Parental Permission:
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Students under 18 years of age must have signed consent from a parent or guardian to enrol.
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- Working With Children Check (WWCC):
- Some workplaces may require a WWCC and will be advised by the employer at
either placement or commencement of employment.
- Some workplaces may require a WWCC and will be advised by the employer at
FAQS
Dedicated Student Support – Foundation Education's industry-experienced Subject Advisors, Assessors and Support Officers will support you from enrolment through to graduation.
Where Will It Lead Me?
Upon successful completion of this course you will receive a nationally recognised, accredited HLT35021 Certificate III in Dental Assisting from Foundation Education.
This practical course will give you the skills and knowledge to work effectively in a dental practice environment. You will learn how to provide a high standard of assistance to a dentist, dental hygienist or dental therapist during oral health care procedures.
